Jefferson County, TX Vehicle Registration Fees (2026)
In Jefferson County, the vehicle title fee is $28 and annual registration runs about $60.75 (the $50.75 state base plus ~$10 in local road-and-bridge fees). Jefferson County does not require an emissions test. Texas motor-vehicle sales tax is a flat 6.25% statewide.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What you'll pay in Jefferson County
- Title fee: $28
- Annual registration: ~$60.75 ($50.75 base + ~$10 local)
- Motor-vehicle sales tax: 6.25% (statewide, no local add-on)
- Emissions test: not required
Where to go in Jefferson County
Registration and titling go through the Jefferson County Tax Assessor-Collector (co.jefferson.tx.us). Estimate the full cost including sales tax with our Texas title transfer calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much is car registration in Jefferson County, TX?
About $60.75 per year ($50.75 state base plus ~$10 local fees), plus a $28 title fee when you first title the vehicle.
Does Jefferson County require emissions testing?
Jefferson County does not require an emissions test.
What's the car sales tax in Jefferson County?
6.25% — Texas charges a flat statewide motor-vehicle sales tax with no county or city add-on.